Senior Hardware Engineer

Vay; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A forward-thinking mobility company in Berlin is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to manage mechanical systems for revolutionary vehicles. You will have the opportunity to shape next-generation hardware and lead significant engineering projects. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and several years of hands-on experience. Join a diverse team passionate about transforming urban transportation and enjoy perks like stock options and comprehensive relocation assistance.

Leistungen

ESOP virtual stock options

30% off Vay rides

Fully funded German lessons

Relocation financial assistance

Regular team events

Qualifikationen

• Several years experience in Mechanical Design, owning mechanical systems end to end.
• Deep expertise in CAD-based component and assembly design.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Aufgaben

• Act as the technical owner of mechanical components from concept to validation.
• Lead hardware change initiatives from request to release.
• Design new mechanical parts in CAD and perform hands-on testing.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical Design

CAD-based component design

Hands-on hardware testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering Change Orders management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

PLM systems

Jobbeschreibung

Ever imagined saying, “I helped launch the future of transportation”?

We’re rewriting the rules of urban mobility. At Vay, customers tap a button and a car arrives – with no one inside – powered by our world‑first Remote Driving technology on real public streets.

We’re live in Las Vegas and scaling fast, powered by a strategic investment of up to $410 million from Grab. Our mission is simple: replace private car ownership with a faster, cleaner, door‑to‑door mobility model. If you want to build something real, visible, and genuinely transformative, you’ll feel right at home here.

What’s happening at Vay

• First to roll out vehicles in both Europe and the USA on public roads without a human being inside & one of only two companies in the States operating a commercial driverless service.
• We've partnered with Kodiak to bring remote‑driving technology to autonomous trucks in the Bay Area, showcasing our ability to integrate our system into heavy‑duty commercial vehicles and expand the applications of our tech across the US.
• We’ve completed tens of thousands of trips so far and are busy multiplying our Las Vegas fleet just to meet demand!
• …And soon we’ll be expanding across the US & Europe 🚀

Why this role is exciting

This is not a traditional CAD desk job. As a Senior Hardware Engineer, you will be a technical owner of mechanical systems that are designed, built, installed, and validated on real vehicles and remote drive station platforms used in live operations.

You will shape next‑generation hardware from clean‑sheet design through on‑vehicle validation, with direct responsibility for turning ideas into robust, production‑ready components. This role combines deep mechanical design expertise with hands‑on execution and real‑world impact.

You will also own the Engineering Change Order process for your systems, ensuring that improvements move efficiently from concept to release as the product and fleet scale.

If you’re looking for a role that combines deep design expertise with hands‑on engineering impact, this is it.

What you'll be driving

Ownership and Delivery

• Act as the technical owner of mechanical components: concept freeze through vehicle‑level validation and release.
• Lead hardware change initiatives end‑to‑end, from change request initiation through ECO closure and release.
• Make design trade‑offs independently while aligning stakeholders across engineering, testing, and operations.

Hands‑on build and validation

• Design new mechanical parts and assemblies in CAD, with a strong focus on manufacturability, durability, and integration into complex systems.
• Coordinate or fabricate first prototypes, perform hands‑on vehicle‑level installation, and execute functional and environmental testing.
• Partner with test and validation teams to define, execute, and iterate on validation plans based on real‑world results.

Cross‑functional execution and scale

• Work closely with procurement and supply chain to create and manage BOMs, source components, and support suppliers during early builds and iteration phases.
• Drive and participate in rigorous design reviews, ensuring technical excellence and cross‑functional alignment.
• Release hardware configurations for engineering and commercial use with accurate documentation, GD&T, and PLM data.

What are we looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Several years experience in Mechanical Design, owning mechanical systems end to end, from concept through on‑vehicle or system‑level validation.
• Deep expertise in CAD‑based component and assembly design, including production‑grade documentation.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands‑on experience building, installing, and testing real hardware such as vehicles, robots, or complex machinery.
• Experience working with PLM systems, GD&T, and formal release processes.
• Demonstrated ownership of Engineering Change Orders, including initiation, tracking, and closure.
• Comfortable operating with high autonomy in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional engineering environment.

Why choose Vay

💪 A global team of smart, motivated people from 30+ countries who love tackling hard problems and turning bold ideas into reality.

🌍 Huge scope for impact in a fast‑paced environment.

💰 ESOP virtual stock options: A stake in Vay’s future – not just a salary.

🚗 All Vay team members receive 30% off their Vay rides.

✈️ Relocation financial assistance when relocating to Berlin.

📚 Fully funded German lessons.

🎊 Regular team events throughout the year.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re excited about shaping something truly groundbreaking, we’d be happy to hear from you 🚗💨.

DEI @ Vay

We are aware that diversity has many different dimensions but to start, we will be tracking gender and ethnicity, as it is measurable and concrete. To that end, we have started to ask all Vay applicants to anonymously share diversity information. To remove our own bias, this data is held completely separate from the application and will be held in the highest confidence.
At Vay, we consider our work on diversity, equity, and inclusion to be an ongoing effort, and we welcome suggestions and comments. If you are happy to help us with our targets we would really appreciate you self‑identifying below.

To which gender identity do you most identify?

What is your racial identity?

If Asian, please specify your background.

If Black, please specify your background.

If Mixed, please specify your background.

Vay has my consent to collect, store, and process my data for the purpose of considering me for employment, and for up to 180 days thereafter.